My heart goes out to the families of all those in Oxford, Michigan experiencing the unimaginable grief of losing a loved one. I’m remaining in close touch with my team as new information about this tragic school shooting surfaces.
A red flag of arrogance is seeing flaws in everyone's ideas but your own. You strive to prove your intelligence by attacking others.
A green light of humility is applying critical thinking to your own ideas. You aim to improve your intelligence by learning from others.
In unhealthy cultures, people see rest as taking your foot off the gas pedal. You don't stop until you've pushed yourself to the brink of exhaustion.
In healthy cultures, people see rest as a vital source of fuel. You take regular breaks to maintain energy and avoid burnout.
So I’ve been working non clinically in a team lead role for over 6 months now… you can argue over specifics exercises all you like but every complaint I’ve seen/dealt with has come down to poor communication… just listen, validate, explain and be a decent human
People multitask in over 30% of virtual meetings.
If you want their undivided attention, move meetings to the afternoon—and keep them small and short.
Our best analytical and creative thinking often happens before lunch (or after dinner). Protect mornings to focus on deep work.
If two people always agree, it’s a sign that at least one of them isn’t thinking critically—or speaking candidly.
Differences of opinion don't have to be threats. They can be opportunities to learn.
Intellectual friction isn't a relationship bug. It's a feature of education.